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Loading...DIACK, Leonard Albert (Len):
Len passed peacefully in the loving care of Hospice South on Tuesday 14th July 2026, aged 88 years, surrounded by family. Loved husband of Mary for 65 years. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Bradley, Rodney and Caroline, and Greg. Grandfather of Hayden, Adele and Greer, Nick and Jordy, and great-grandfather of Alice and Oscar. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice South would be appreciated. A private cremation has been held, and Len’s final resting place will be the Forest Hill Cemetery at a later date. Messages for Len and his family can be sent to “Diack Family,” PO Box 632, Invercargill, or your tribute can be shared at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/len
DILLON, Virginia Maree Waters (Gin):
Peacefully at home on 12 July 2026; aged 62 years. Much-loved wife and soulmate of Ken (Pork), adored Mum of Scott, mother-in-law of Karorangi (Cuddles), step-grandmother, and wee friend of Elijah. Loved daughter of the late Yvonne and Johnny Waters, sister of Nigel and Jackie. Adored daughter-in-law of Myrtle Dillon, treasured sister-in-law, and adored Auntie. Special friend of Judy Hair and the IWMC Ladies Group.
A big thank you to Gin’s friends at the SPCA.
Instead of flowers, donations may be left at Virginia’s service for the SPCA. A service to celebrate Gin’s life will be held in the Southland Crematorium Chapel on Tuesday 21st July 2026 at 2.30pm. If you are unable to attend Gin’s service, it will be livestreamed and can be viewed on her tribute page. Messages to: “Dillon Family” PO Box 632, Invercargill, or you can go to Gin’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/gin
FORSYTHE, Olivia Alice (Olive):
Peacefully on Sunday, 12th July 2026, with family at Peacehaven Village, aged 90 wonderful years. Loved wife of the late Trevor, cherished and loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Alistair and Mary, and Kim. Special Nana to Abby and Zac, Christie and James, Kayla and Devin, and treasured Great Nana of Archer, Bodhi, Finley, and Louie. Loved Sister-in-law of Hilary and Dennis Beck (Brisbane), Laurence and Trina Forsythe (Nelson), Bill* and Maida* Forsythe* (Scotland), Eileen* Perriam (Nelson). Loved Aunty of her nieces and nephews. As per Mum’s wishes, a private service has been held. The family would like to thank the visitors Olive had from Grace Presbyterian Church and her close friends. We would also like to acknowledge and thank all the wonderful and caring staff from St John, Hospice South, Healthcare NZ, Southland Hospital and Peacehaven Village. Messages to 20 Terrace Street, Rosedale, Invercargill 9810.
“Always remembered in our hearts, never forgotten”.
HAWKE, Janet Anne:
10 February 1945 – 14 July 2026
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Dearly loved daughter of the late Jessie and Eric Cox. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Ian, Roy and Don, Jocelyn, and their families. Treasured and devoted wife of the late Alan Ernest Hawke. Much loved Mum and Grandma of Roger, Gina and Bowie; Brendon, Claire and Bodhi; Greg, Karla, Mecayla, and Matt.
Forever in our hearts.
Messages to the Hawke family may be sent to 98b Avanda Ave, Christchurch 7615, or left on Janet's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz.
HANNAH, Darryn Richard:
On July 14, 2026; aged 58 years.
Darryn was a Dearly loved Dad of Ash, Duncan, Lochie, Brittany & Tayla, a precious friend of Pam, and a treasured Pop to Harvey, Ryder, Frankie, Maycee & Marnie. Darryn was a Dearly loved son of Aileen & Jim*, brother of Peter & Jan, Sue & John Grave, Greg & Pippa. Fun loving uncle & great uncle. Loved nephew, cousin & friend. 'Clary you just loved to make us laugh and we miss you so much' Oh, what a hole you have left. We will be having a celebration of Darryn’s life on Monday the 20th of July, at 1:30pm, in the South Otago Town and Country Club 1 Yarmouth Street, Balclutha. We would love you all to come be with us. For those unable to attend Darryn’s service, a livestream link will be available on Leishman’s Website. Donations to Balclutha Volunteer Fire Brigade would be appreciated and can be left at the service. Messages to 6 Matai Street, Kaka Point RD 1 Balclutha.
IMPELMANS, PETRONELLA (NELLIE):
Peacefully passed away on Monday 13th of July at Vickery Court, in her 97th year.
Dearly loved wife of the late Bill, and much loved mum and mum-in-law of Peter and Kathryn, and Francis who cared for her mum for many years. Cherished grandma and great grandma of Kirsten and Hamish, Finn, Sefton; the late Will and Amy; Annelise and Ben; Darcy, and Digby. Loved and missed by her family in Holland. In accordance with Nellie’s wishes, a private farewell has been held. Messages may be sent to 34 Park st, Winton. Or left on Nellie’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz
LATCHFORD, Gene David:
21.12.1964 - 17.07.2026 (aged 61)Passed away 17th July 2026, much loved Dad & father-in-law of Travis & Kristy, David & Nicole, Taryn & Cody and Samantha. Loving Grandad of Kayla, Zane, Riley, Lucas, Zephrin, Harlyn, Satori, Chesara,* Kryzler, Natarleya, Laykyn, Divinity, Xazalia and Millianna. Special Great Grandad of Allazay. Cherished and remembered always. Private Cremation to be held, memorial details to be advised. Messages to Travis 02040868567.
LATCHFORD, Gene David:
Sadly passed away on Friday 17th July 2026, aged 61 years. Dearly loved eldest son of the late Graham and the late Esme' Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Duane, Angela & Zoloyd Waddel and Benita & David Robinson (Wgtn). Loved Uncle of Thomas, Tennille, Joseph & Patrick. Forever in our hearts.
McQUEEN, Enid:
At Ross Home, Dunedin, on Saturday, July 11, 2026 with family at her side; aged 94 years. Soulmate of the late Jock. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Lynda and Joe, Janet and Stephen, Mary and Tony, Geraldine and Steve, and Rachel and Piyush. Loved Grani to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. At Enid's request a private family service has been held, in lieu of flowers, donations to St. John's Ambulance can be made in Enid's memory. Messages to the McQueen family C/- Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin 9012.
My Father's house has many rooms... I am going there to prepare a room.
PATERSON, Joyce:
In the care of Cargill Rest Home, Invercargill, on Thursday, June 25, 2026; aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ean Young, and Ian Paterson. Much loved mother of Chris, Alan, and Catherine. Loved Nana of Robert, Shane, and Ean; Jaimee, Flynn, and Ruby. Loved Great-Nana of Claire, Alex, Breanna, Hunter, Ava, and Tahlia. A memorial service to celebrate Joyce's life will be held in the Avenal Park Lounge, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, on Friday, July 24 at 11.00am. Special thanks to the staff at Cargill Rest Home for the love and the care shown to Joyce over the past years.
THOMPSON, Anne Dorothy:
Died peacefully at Kew Hospital Invercargill on Tuesday 14th July 2026. Dearly loved wife of the late Gerard. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Bridget and Gavin (UK), Elizabeth and Chris Atkinson (partner, Invercargill), Michael (Australia), Paul and Catharine (UK), Simon and Julie (Christchurch), and Matt and Viv (Christchurch). Much loved Nana of Thomas Preddy and Maddie Green (partner) and Michael Preddy and Brianna Dixon (partner), Emma and Sophie Thompson, Ruben and Anya Thompson-Runswick and loved great nana of Arthur and Milla Preddy. Friend of John Preddy. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Sister Mary Elizabeth OP*, Tom* and Eileen Mackie (Australia), Patricia* and Bob Richards (Canada) and John and Mary Jo Mackie (Canada). Service and Requiem Mass will be held at St Theresa's Church, 40 Perth Street, Invercargill on Wednesday 22nd July at 10.30am. Burial to be held at Alexandra Cemetery, 54 Ngapara Street, Alexandra, Central Otago on Thursday 23rd July at 1.00pm. Anne and her family wish to express their grateful thanks to the District Nurses, Healthcare workers, doctors and nurses of Southland, Dunedin and Dunstan Hospitals for their dedicated care and support. Messages to 350A Herbert Street, Invercargill 9810 or on Anne's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes (*denotes deceased).
Acknowledgements and Memoriam's:
FAIRBURN, Dave:
Craig and Tania, Jan and Ian, and their families would like to thank everyone for their kindness and support after Pop's passing. Sincere thanks for the cards, flowers, food, and expressions of sympathy we received. Thanks to Rob Hall and the team at Southern Funerals for their special care and assistance. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement of our thanks.